In a compelling second-round clash at the US Open, Russian tennis star Daria Kasatkina defeated American Alicia Parks to move forward in New York. The match stretched over a little over two hours, concluding with set scores of 2:6, 6:4, 6:2 in Kasatkina’s favor.
This victory sets up a third-round meeting against the winner of the Ana Bogdan versus Sofia Kenin matchup, a pairing that brought together players from Romania and the United States in a bid to advance deeper into Grand Slam play.
The US Open is one of tennis’s four major championships, and its storied fortnight in New York runs from late summer through early autumn, typically drawing huge crowds and intense international attention. As of this edition, the event continues to showcase a blend of seasoned veterans and rising talents competing for the sport’s most coveted titles.
Kasatkina’s career at Grand Slams has featured notable runs, including a semi-final appearance at Roland Garros in 2022. That milestone stands as one of the top performances by a Russian woman at the majors in recent years. She previously progressed to the fourth round of the US Open in 2017, underscoring her ability to navigate the unique challenges of the Flushing Meadows hard courts.
The tournament’s current champion is Iga Swiatek, who secured the title after defeating Tunisian Ons Jabeur in a straight-set finish, 6:2, 7:6 (7:5). This result continued Swiatek’s impressive presence at the Grand Slams, reinforcing her status as one of the game’s most formidable contenders in contemporary women’s tennis.
There has also been discussion around Kasatkina’s public reactions following her quarterfinal exit in Montreal, reflecting the broader discourse in the sport about pressure, expectations, and how players handle high-stakes moments on major stages. This ongoing conversation remains part of the broader narrative surrounding Kasatkina as she pursues further breakthroughs at Grand Slam events. [Citation: WTA / Tennis Union, 2024 Season Highlights]